HR Jobs & Advice

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Can anyone share their interview experience at Thales France, for an HR position? Thank you

Today feels reflective. I have worked with incredible women in HR who carry emotional labour no one measures. Mentors, problem solvers, quiet leaders. I would not be where I am without them. Who shape… more

Those of you who got SHRM Certified, was it worth it? Is finding work easier with that?

How do you handle constructive criticism at work without taking it personally? I’d appreciate advice on how to respond professionally in the moment, reflect on the feedback, and actually use it to gro… more

I spent half the morning explaining that flexible working does not mean “working whenever you feel like it.” The myths never die. In my experience lower paid staff take it as that... What is the most … more

I am so burnt out on job searching and interviewing for 6 months and not landing anywhere. I have years of experiences, interviews and conversations felt strong and confident, but then, I get rejectio… more

I know this might sound silly, because I do spend most of my day on the phone or on Zoom calls with people. But after years of remote working, I'm weirdly starting to feel lonely and like I miss t… more

I spent half the morning explaining that flexible working does not mean “working whenever you feel like it.” The myths never die. HR translation mode stays on. What is the most common misconception yo… more

What does life after HR look like? Do you guys ever think about that? Lately, I've been thinking that I want to leave HR and make a major career pivot, but I haven't gotten much further than t… more

I haven’t had to look for a job in 21 years and have been informed my role is being eliminated in July. I’ve been in a niche role for two years which I took as kind of a favor to my boss (hindsight) … more

With International Women’s Day approaching, I found myself reflecting on how many women still apologise before making a point in meetings. I notice it because I used to do it too. Progress is real, bu… more

I've been unemployed now for 13 months, done everything from HR admin to full cycle payroll.

I can't even get a call back for a janitor job rn.

Im sad, that the job I once excited to go to, is the same job thatl drain me the most, physically, emotionally and mentally..

I am currently in a Human Resources position that pays very little for me to be stable in my current situation. I only have under a year of experience, and would like a job that can pay more. I want t… more

My background is in Healthcare Management and Operations who assists in training and employee conflict & resolution. My career long term goal is to fully transition into Human Resources and am op… more

I like the quiet reset that comes with a new month. Not dramatic goals, just small adjustments. I am thinking about where I overextended myself and where I could have stepped back. What is one boundar… more

What habits or routines have helped you consistently perform well at work? I’m curious about daily practices, mindset shifts, or systems you use to stay organised, productive, and continuously improvi… more

Always been curious about this: employee gives two weeks notice. Employer chooses to let employee go after two days. What is the employer legally obligated to pay, two days or two weeks?

What’s one skill that has made the biggest difference in your career growth so far? How did you realise it was important, and what steps did you take to develop or strengthen it? I’d love to hear whet… more

I kid you not, I just reviewed the second resume this week, where the candidate put their social sercurity number on their resume. I don't even know how to react to that. Clearly, these people are… more

What's a major trap candidates fall for all of the time? Here's mine, those easy apply or one click apply buttons on LinkedIn are a trap. Hundreds of resumes get submitted through these, prett… more

How do you stay motivated and avoid burnout in your current role, especially during busy or stressful periods? I’d love any tips on staying consistent, protecting your energy, and keeping a positive m… more

How are you managing work when your local weather or environment throws life off balance? 🌧️❄️

This week, blizzards caused school cancellations and my neighborhood wasn’t plowed for several days, so m… more

I had a return to work meeting where the employee said, “I thought I would be in trouble.” That stayed with me. Somewhere along the way, support became associated with suspicion. How do we make HR fee… more

When you're conducting interviews over Zoom and your interviewee doesn't have their camera on, do you ask them to turn it on? Is it wrong that I usually disqualify candidates who don't hav… more

These situations happen more often than people usually realize. Many managers, including those in Human Resources, prefer to build their own teams. As a result, when new leadership takes over, employ… more

Hi everyone! I recently had an Interview with a transportation company (logistics) for a HR/Recruiter position. The president of the company interviewed me and let me know that I would be the sole per… more

Okay, considering the state of the job market, we're all pretty much ignoring red flags from potential employers, right? I've been unemployed for months, and I can't think of a red flag bi… more

I confidently gave advice in a meeting, only to realise halfway through that I had misread the policy update last week. I corrected myself, but my pride took a hit. 😅 HR humility is very real. When w… more

What does your company consider an off the clock fireable offense? Because we're currently debating if we can fire someone for what they've been posting on their Facebook page.

On job requirements --Do you feel a BA in any field is more important to the role than an SPHR certification? Do you overlook the requirement for a degree if the person has this certification and year… more

I caught myself saying, “Let us document this properly,” and saw the frustration on someone’s face. From their side it felt like paperwork. From mine it was protection. HR lives in that tension. How d… more

How do I break into HR Tech? I have a 3-year HR diploma and 6+ years in HR. I already work heavily with data — pulling payroll/time data, cleaning it, and building reports for KPIs, performance, merit… more

How can I effectively manage frequent requests and ongoing questions from my HR manager while ensuring I stay on top of my own HR responsibilities and deadlines? Any advice / tips welcome😁

I started this week with a “quick catch up” that turned into a 90 minute emotional download about workload, team tension and career doubt. HR conversations rarely stay small. I left thinking about how… more

I caught myself checking emails before I even got out of bed. It felt productive, but it also felt like I gave my day away before it started. Do you protect your mornings, or does work creep in straig… more

What’s something you wish you knew before starting your current job? Any advice for spotting red flags during interviews or asking better questions to make sure a role is actually a good fit?

When your employer asks you to keep reposting jobs that you know your company isn't hiring for, how do you push back? I hate that I'm expected to keep posting these ghost job listings, but whe… more

How do you ask for a higher salary after getting a job offer without messing up your chances? Looking for tips on when to bring it up, what to say, and how to back it up with your experience and marke… more

We're about to do layoffs in two weeks. How do we get the team to hand over their project information and assets they've created without tipping them off to the fact that they're going to … more